Chapter 383: Battle Challenge Card!
However, what shocked them the most was that the reward turned out to be a relic, something that only forms when a highly accomplished Buddhist cultivator passes away.
Saints are already incredibly difficult to perish, and Buddhist Saints should be even harder to die. The fact that such an item has appeared is exceedingly rare.
[Tathagata Buddha: This reward seems a bit too exaggerated. Even a relic from a deceased Saint has surfaced!]
Even though the reward belonged to Tathagata Buddha, he was still deeply shocked. He hadn't placed much hope in the reward, simply thinking that any enhancement to his strength would be a pleasant surprise.
But the benefits of a Saint's relic were far beyond what he had imagined. Even though it was only half a relic, it was not something he had expected to receive.
Being ranked sixty-third and still obtaining such a reward was already extremely fortunate. The only thing that worried Tathagata Buddha was whether the relic had any hidden drawbacks that could cause him trouble.
[Jieyin Buddha: Not everyone leaves behind a relic after death, even if they are Saints. It seems your luck is truly extraordinary this time. Half a Saint's relic is far beyond what this ranking should provide as a reward!]
Although something like this was no longer of use to Jieyin Buddha, he still felt envious upon seeing Tathagata Buddha receive it. Most of his rewards had been ordinary, and he often had to choose items that didn't contribute to his personal strength.
In the end, although he had selected the rewards himself, his own power had barely increased—most of his gains had gone toward benefiting Buddhism.
Unlike Tathagata Buddha's reward, which not only enhanced his strength but also increased his chances of attaining sainthood. This item was somewhat similar to the Blood of the Demon Saint of the demon race.
However, its effects were even more direct, though the conditions for its usage were stricter. Only those deeply proficient in Buddhist teachings and well-versed in Buddhist scriptures could utilize it.
If someone who didn't meet these conditions forcibly used the relic, its power could explode uncontrollably. If half a Saint's relic were to detonate, not even an ordinary Quasi-Saint would be able to withstand the blast.
Most people might not fully understand the significance of a Saint's relic to Buddhist disciples, but when the following line of text appeared, they quickly grasped its importance.
[A Saint's relic can elevate the realm of those proficient in Buddhism, deepen their understanding of Buddhist techniques, enhance their strength, and increase their chances of attaining sainthood!]
This revelation left everyone stunned. A reward for merely the sixty-third place had such extraordinary benefits—its value to Tathagata Buddha was simply unparalleled.
[Sun Wukong: Since such an important item has appeared, there's really nothing else worth choosing. This half relic is undoubtedly the best possible reward for a Buddhist!]
[Haotian Jade Emperor: It's fortunate that it's only half a relic. If it were a complete one, it would surely arouse extreme jealousy. With just half, people may envy it, but they can still maintain their composure.]
The difference between a whole relic and half wasn't merely a matter of quantity. Half a Saint's relic could only provide limited benefits to a cultivator, but a complete relic would bring an overwhelming transformation.
As Haotian Jade Emperor pointed out, only a complete relic could unleash its full potential, whereas a half relic had certain limitations.
[Fuxi: Even if it's only half, this reward still seems far superior to what others have received. Considering that this is the sixty-third place reward, getting such a treasure is already more than enough!]
[Guangchengzi: There are few rewards that could perfectly complement Tathagata Buddha, but this half relic surpasses all expectations. He might truly take a step further with it!]
Unlike other Quasi-Saints, Tathagata Buddha had been at the peak of the Quasi-Saint realm for a long time. He was only a step away from breaking through. With this half relic, his chances of ascending would greatly increase.
Compared to what Emperor Jun had received, this was far superior. At this moment, Tathagata Buddha was more than satisfied. Regardless of what the second reward turned out to be, he could accept it.
Very soon, the second reward was announced!
[Technique List, 63rd Place Reward: Battle Challenge Card]
[The Battle Challenge Card has two functions:
1. It allows the user to issue a challenge to someone stronger than themselves, forcing them to accept the duel. The battle must take place between the two challengers, and the victor will receive incredibly generous rewards!
2. The card can also be used randomly, assigning a challenge to an opponent at random. The opponent's strength is not fixed—they may be stronger or weaker than the user. Just like the first function, the victor will be rewarded handsomely!]
As soon as the second reward appeared, Tathagata Buddha had already made up his mind—he wouldn't take it.
The Battle Challenge Card was strikingly similar to Ye Tian's Challenge Card. Whether one chose to challenge a stronger opponent or left it up to randomness, both options carried immense risk.
Especially considering that a stronger opponent was unlikely to lose in such a battle. The odds of losing were much higher for the challenger.
The random assignment was even more terrifying. If it ended up summoning an opponent like Ye Tian, who had once triggered a fight against a Saint, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Even though winning with the Battle Challenge Card promised immense rewards, Tathagata Buddha knew he stood no chance. Such riches were beyond his reach.
Fully aware of his own strength, he had no unnecessary greed. In this situation, he opted for stability rather than reckless ambition.
However, when others saw the card, they couldn't help but get excited. Many of them had no way of obtaining such a reward themselves, so they were naturally eager to see it in action.
Though they had no choice in the matter, this reward didn't belong to them. At this moment, they were simply bystanders enjoying the spectacle, hoping Tathagata Buddha would take the challenge.
At the very least, if he accepted, they could witness the outcome firsthand and finally determine whether the Battle Challenge Card was truly as powerful as it claimed to be.